Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Easy President's Day Paper Plate Mask Craft

Here’s a simple, fun craft to do for President’s Day, the third Monday of February.

Materials:

1 medium paper plate (about 7 inches wide is good)

1 black hat paper cutout

1 craft stick/popsicle stick

Black tempura paint

Sponge pieces

Tape

Instructions:

1. Cut out the center of the paper plate, so only the rim is left.
2. Dip a small sponge in black paint and dab on the rim. Cover about half to make the beard. Allow to dry.
3. On the opposite side, tape the popsicle stick for the handle.
4. Tape on the hat cutout on top.

This is great for a lesson about President’s day or Abraham Lincoln. You could use them to make a short presentation or play.

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